Sniper letter claims contact failures and deaths rising
Authorities across the country pursue the Washington area sniper case as a letter allegedly from the shooter says he tried to contact police six times and accuses them of ignoring him. The siege has left 10 dead and three wounded, with FBI and local agencies expanding inquiries from Ashland to Fort Lewis and Bellingham, while investigations weigh forensic timing and potential leads at several sites.
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Backlash over death penalty coverage in Sun-Times editorial
Chicago Sun-Times editorial sparks debate as defense lawyers push focus toward fairness reforms while victims’ families confront brutal crimes. Public hearings reveal horrifying cases, from infant loss to severe torture, shaping a heated argument over capital punishment.
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Chester teachers near tentative agreement after lengthy talks
After months without a contract and 12 hours in closed session, Chester School District may settle with teachers. Superintendent Lindell Croft said a tentative agreement exists and a 6 p.m. special meeting will decide if teachers vote to approve.
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Perry County fights coal tax split over where mine starts
Perry County officials dispute the tax point for coal sales arguing the statute defines the spot where coal is taken from. Randolph County received up to 90 000 in 1997 and 30 000 in 2001 in sales tax revenues from the mine, with more coal sold out of state exempting it from tax. Officials plan to seek a legal interpretation change with Montgomery County showing interest in joining Perry County in the effort.
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Accuracy Hotline for The Southern Illinoisan Errors
The paper reports an error in a Wednesday story. Carbondale hospital received a five star obstetric care rating, but the line stating it was the only hospital outside Chicago to receive five stars should have read it ranked in the top ten percent.
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